Wi-Fi Hub; General; Connection To Wiring Centre - Grant Aerona HPIDR32SMART6 Installation & Operating Instructions Manual

10 WI-FI HUB

10.1

GENERAL

The Wi-Fi hub enables the Grant Aerona Smart Controller to
be accessed and operated remotely via the Internet or app.
Users can monitor the operation of the Grant Aerona Smart
controller and modify some operation parameters with the use
of a computer, Tablet or mobile phone. Essential features of the
module include:
• Communication with econet24.com external server provides
access to Smart Controller via Internet.
• Support Wi-Fi wireless network access.
• Preview of the current operation parameters of the Smart
Controller in readable and clear "tiles".
• Visual diagrams indicating current operation of the installed
hydraulic system.
• Preview and edit options of most user and service
parameters of the controller.
• Registration of operation parameters and alarm conditions of
the controller.
• E-mail notifications of alarm conditions of the main controller.
The mobile app is available from Google play or IOS store and
can be downloaded using the QR codes below.
ecoNET.apk (Android)
10.2

CONNECTION TO WIRING CENTRE

The hub has to be connected with G3 socket on the wiring centre
with the use of ecoLINK interface cable. The ecoLINK interface
cable and adapter are a part of the Wi-Fi hub set within your
Grant Aerona Smart controller kit.
Figure 10-1: ecoLINK Cable connection
Connect the power adapter plug to the mini USB Port socket and
3G USB Port to the ecoLINK interface. A Ethernet cable will be
required between the RJ45 Ethernet Port and ADSL router, switch
and modem. The ethernet cable does not have to be used if
connected via Wi-Fi wireless network access.
Mode Switch RJ45 Ethernet Port
Figure 10-2: Connection ports
The Mode Switch can be set in any position.
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ecoNET.app (IOS)
ecoLINK
USB
Power
mini USB Port 3G USB Port
After the power is on, hub requires approx. 1 minute in order to
load the operational system. The module will then indicate its
condition via the LED. In a connection between hub with a main
controller is active, a " connection with controller" indicator lights
up.
LED indicators
Power
Connection to Controller
WiFi Connection
Connection with Server
Serial No.
Manufactured
Figure 10-3: Web Module
Table 10-1: LED description
LED ON/OFF Condition
Status of Power.
Active connection to the Aerona Smart Controller.
Connection to Wireless Network
Connection to ecoNET24 external server
! NOTE !
The Wi-Fi hub requires active DHCP server connection
(as is standard with most household routers). Manual IP
assignment for the hub is not supported.
If you should experience any issues during setup or the user
forgets their details for logging in the Wi-Fi hub, it is possible to
restore default data with the use of the WPS/Reset button on the
hub housing.
• Push and hold 'WPS/RESET' for at least 10 seconds.
• Release the 'WPS/RESET' button. LED indicator above
should flash several times.
• Wait for approx. 2 minutes.
• The hub will automatically start up and connect with the
Internet using default username (admin) and password
(admin).
Wi-Fi access parameters will need to be entered into the
touchscreen display via the User settings menu for the hub to be
able to make a wireless connection. (Refer to Section 7.9 and
10.3)
Section 10: Wi-Fi Hub